Part-Time Legal Researcher

Salem State University; Salem (OR); Remote; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Salem State University seeks a Legal Researcher to support the Vice President and General Counsel. This remote part-time role includes legal research, advising on contracts, and assisting with compliance training, requiring a Juris Doctorate and excellent communication skills.

Qualifications

• Must have a Juris Doctorate from an ABA-accredited school.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills required.
• Ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks essential.

Responsibilities

• Assist the General Counsel with legal research and contract review.
• Analyze risks and advise on compliance issues.
• Prepare responses to public records requests.

Skills

Communication

Prioritization

Education

Juris Doctorate Degree

Job description

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The Legal Researcher will report directly to the Vice President and General Counsel and will assist the General Counsel in a wide range of matters. This position is a generalist position. The Legal Researcher will perform a variety of legal functions, including reviewing a range of contracts, advising on collective bargaining agreements, analyzing campus-wide risks, conducting legal research on a plethora of issues, assisting in responding to public records requests, assisting in training sessions for University personnel regarding compliance and other relevant topics, and other responsibilities as assigned by the General Counsel.

Salem State University values, celebrates and appreciates diversity in all its forms and endeavors to create a space that reflects the campus community population which it serves. Our students come to Salem State University from 38 states and 48 countries and reflect the demographics of the greater Boston community in which we live. We are passionate about providing an experience for them and our fellow staff and faculty, where everyone can feel supported while they explore, learn, and celebrate their identities, similarities, and differences. We welcome you to come celebrate with us and become a member of our community.

• Assist the General Counsel in delivering effective, accurate and efficient legal advice to the University on the interpretation, application, and enforcement of laws and University policies and procedures.
• Prepare and/or review contracts and recommend proactive strategies and actions to minimize legal risks and ensure legal compliance.
• Review collective bargaining agreements and advise accordingly.
• Prepare responses to public records requests.
• Assist with training the University community on various legal issues.
• Assist with legal questions from campus constituents.
• Other related duties as assigned by the General Counsel.
  
  
  

Required Qualifications

• Juris Doctorate Degree from a law school accredited by the American Bar Association
  
  
  

Qualifications

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks
  
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Experiencein higher education, contract ,and employment law, preferred
  
  
  

Special Instructions to Applicants

Please apply online and attach a resume and cover letter. Also, short writing sample and contact information for two references. Application review will begin immediately and continue until an adequate pool is developed.

Employment is contingent upon a completed background and CORI check satisfactory to the university

Working Conditions

Salem State University complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified applicants and employees with disabilities. For accommodation information or requests, please email [e-mail].

This position is a remote, part-time (19 hours per week), non-benefited position. Although this is a remote position, there may be occasions when in-person presence is required. This position is located in Salem, Massachusetts.

Please note Contracted positions are part-time and non-benefitted. All candidates must have legal authorization to work in the United States. Contracted positions are not eligible for H1B Visa sponsorship.

EEO Statement

Salem State University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Persons of color, women and persons with disabilities are strongly urged to apply.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Part-time

Job function

• Job function

  Legal

• Industries

  Higher Education

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